Compare the work, not just the headline price.
A website builder, a template setup and a custom project put different responsibilities on you. Before comparing quotes, list who supplies the content, organises the menu, checks the links and keeps the website up to date.
| Route | You usually manage | Check before choosing |
|---|---|---|
| DIY website builder | Design choices, content entry, menu updates and launch settings. | Platform subscription, domain renewal, required features and the time you can commit. |
| Template setup service | Supplying material and working within the template's structure. | How much tailoring is included, mobile menu behaviour and future edits. |
| Independent designer or studio | Approving direction, supplying verified information and reviewing the result. | Exact pages, menu scope, revisions, handover, hosting and support. |
| Custom operational system | Defining booking, ordering, payment and staff workflows. | Integrations, data handling, ongoing support and operational responsibility. |
These categories overlap. A low initial price may leave substantial content work with your team. A custom design quote may still exclude photography, platform fees or booking software. Ask for an itemised scope.
What other suppliers publish for restaurant websites.
Prices vary widely, and most published figures come from agencies describing their own market. Treat them as indicative ranges in US dollars, not quotes or independent survey data. They were checked in November 2026.
| Route | Published range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| DIY or basic template | $300–$800 | Evergreen |
| Template build by a freelancer or small studio | $1,000–$3,000 | AJ Roni, MAVRK Studio |
| Custom design for a single restaurant | $3,000–$10,000 | AJ Roni, Dribbble |
| Multi-location or heavily integrated | $10,000 and above | Blue Ridge Creative |
| Reservation platform integration | $500–$3,000 extra | MAVRK Studio |
The sources disagree on where each band starts, which is why the scope matters more than the label. Table & Host's €999 package is a fixed-scope custom build for one restaurant, with existing reservation links included. It is not a claim that every restaurant needs the same scope.
Six decisions that change the budget.
- Menu preparation. Clean, approved text is easier to organise than inconsistent scans or several conflicting price lists.
- Photography. Existing authorised photographs can be used. Professional photography is a separate service.
- Pages and languages. Agree the page list and who supplies or approves translations. Each language needs current information.
- Reservations. Linking your current provider is a different scope from developing availability, confirmations and a staff dashboard.
- Migration. An existing website may need content review, URL mapping and redirects to preserve useful entry points.
- Ongoing work. Decide who updates hours, dishes and prices, and what happens when you need a new feature.
Table & Host: €999 total.
The standard project includes custom design and development, mobile-friendly layouts, menu setup, existing reservation links, Google Maps and contact information, foundational on-page SEO, domain connection and launch support.
Pay €499.50 as the deposit. After the website is completed and approved, pay the remaining €499.50 before code handover and launch. One focused revision round and 30 days of simple post-launch adjustments are included.
We confirm the page list, required material, hosting arrangement and delivery schedule before beginning. Complex functionality is priced separately.
See the full package and payment terms →What can cost extra after launch?
| Item | How to budget |
|---|---|
| Domain | Check renewal with your registrar. Domain connection does not mean the renewal is included. |
| Hosting | Confirm the hosting arrangement and responsibility in writing; do not assume perpetual free hosting. |
| Booking or other platforms | Check your provider's current plan and fees separately. |
| Website Care | Optional €49/month from day 31, with up to four small content requests, routine maintenance and on-page SEO. |
| New work | New pages, features, integrations, redesigns and advanced SEO are separately quoted from €99 before work begins. |
A budget example
A €999 project plus 11 paid months of Website Care totals €1,538: €999 + (11 × €49). This is an example period, not an annual bundle. Actual billing follows your launch date and subscription agreement. Domain, hosting and third-party charges are not included in this example.
Choose the smallest scope that meets your needs.
If guests need a readable menu, the right location and a route to call or reserve, start with a focused restaurant website design project. If your staff need to manage orders, capacity, refunds or customer accounts, document those workflows before requesting a quote.
For an existing restaurant, a focused website redesign can preserve useful content while fixing the guest journey. Use our website checklist to identify the gaps.
Questions about the cost
How much does Table & Host charge?
The standard restaurant website package is €999 total, paid as a €499.50 deposit and €499.50 after approval, before code handover and launch.
Are there ongoing costs?
Domain renewals, agreed hosting arrangements and third-party services may have separate costs. Optional Website Care is €49/month from day 31 after launch. Confirm these in the project scope.
Does €999 include a booking system?
Existing reservation and contact links are included. Custom reservation management, online ordering and complex integrations require a separate quote.
What support is included?
The first 30 days after launch include simple adjustments, bug fixes, broken links and small corrections to the delivered content. New functionality is separately scoped.
What does Website Care cover?
Up to four small content update requests per month, routine maintenance and routine on-page SEO. Examples include replacing photographs, changing menu prices, updating text and opening hours.
Can I keep my current domain?
Usually yes, if you control it. Domain access and any existing pages or links that need to be preserved are checked before launch.
Sources and further reading
The Table & Host amounts above describe our published scope. Other suppliers set their own prices. For a broader checklist of restaurant website needs, see OpenTable's restaurant website guide. For search fundamentals, see Google's SEO Starter Guide. Price ranges above are published by the linked suppliers and are not endorsements of Table & Host.